E-cigarettes pose new challenge in battle against teen smoking

11:55 AM,
Oct. 7, 2013

Chloe Lamb enjoys an electronic cigarette at the Vapor Shark store in Miami, Fla. E-cigarette manufacturers have seen a surge in popularity for the battery-powered devices that give users a vapor filled experience with nicotine and other additives, like flavoring.

Written by

Bill Stanczykiewicz

New survey results reveal a new challenge in the ongoing battle against teen smoking.

According to the National Youth Tobacco Survey, the use of e-cigarettes among high school students has doubled, from 5 percent in 2011 to 10 percent in 2012. Usage among middle school students also has doubled, increasing to 2.7 percent from 1.4 percent the previous year.

In addition, the survey revealed that among teenagers who use e-cigarettes, 76 percent also smoke regular cigarettes. ...